Spotted Sea Creatures In The New Launch Scott’s Gummies with DHA For Kids!

Bryan Wong, General Manager of Consumer Healthcare, GSK Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei (in the middle at the back); along with Foo Hwei Jiek, Head of Trading of Watsons Malaysia (on the left); Yasmin Hani (on the right) and the kids of Generasi Z and Power Z at the virtual launch of Scott's Gummies with DHA

 

As mums, we always want our children to grow physically, mentally and emotionally in healthy development. For brain development, Docosahexaenoic acid or DHA is known as major building block of brain and retina, it also contributes to normal brain and eye development. Scott’s gummies with DHA contains DHA and helps mums to provide DHA for our children. 

Scott’s, trusted by generations of mums, aims to support children’s immunity, growth and development. It continues to make nutrients in interesting forms and formats that appeals to children.

Scott’s has launched an exciting range of Gummies with DHA, with 3 delicious flavors in one convenient bottle, that is strawberry, orange and blackcurrant flavour gummies!

MR loves Scott’s Gummies with DHA in assorted flavors especially the strawberry flavour gummies! Chewy, fruity flavour with DHA gummies that kids love to consume it. Thanks for offering mouse mommy your gummies too!

“Scott’s is No 1 in Peninsular Malaysia for Child Health Supplement and Vitamin C(Child) category. Kids are very particular when it concerns consuming food or supplements. They tend to have their preference for taste. Hence, it is important to ensure the nutrient is presented in a fun and engaging format that appeals to them. We also want to ensure that they are enjoying Scott’s Gummies with DHA in assorted flavors and consuming the nutrients as often as possible,” added Bryan Wong, General Manager, GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare (GSK Consumer Healthcare).  

The Scott’s Gummies with DHA in assorted flavors are made available in a variety of fruity tastes, namely strawberry, orange and blackcurrant, all the goodness in one bottle/pack. These three exciting flavors come in the shape of three different sea creatures, fish, octopus and crab. MR is telling mouse mommy his under the sea story while enjoying his “sea creatures” Scott’s Gummies! It is made available in a pack /bottle in the delicious taste children love. However, this does not substitute the proper food diet. 

 

Scott’s Gummies with microencapsulated DHA technology locks in the DHA goodness from fish oil that gives kids the taste they like. In addition to DHA, Scott’s Gummies with DHA also contains Vitamin D, which helps with calcium and phosphorus absorption.  

Participants of reality game show, Generasi Z and Z Power sponsored by Scott’s Gummies with DHA, which is currently being featured on TV3 and 8TV respectively, were present at the event. They were engaged in a series of exciting games.

The Generasi Z and Z Power both have their strength and creativity in performing tasks. Well done kids!

In conjunction with the launch of the Scott’s Gummies with DHA in assorted flavors, a special contribution will be made to Smile Train, an international organization that provides corrective surgery for children born and/or living with cleft lips and palates. Smile Train will channel the contribution to an organization that supports children born and/or living with cleft lips and palates in Malaysia.

The new Scott’s Gummies with DHA assorted flavors, retails at a recommended retail price of RM 39.50 for a bottle of 60s and RM 10.70 for a pack of 15s can be obtained at all leading pharmacies.  

“As a brand that supports children’s growth, Scott’s is embarking on this initiative to offer children with cleft lips and cleft palates the opportunity of experiencing a healthy growth and life. In Malaysia, it is estimated that one in every 700 babies are diagnosed with cleft lip and cleft palate. Through this initiative, Scott’s is committed towards helping these kids lead a normal life with confidence, where every child deserves to smile” concluded Bryan Wong.

For every purchase of Scott’s Gummies with DHA in assorted flavors, RM0.50 sen will be contributed towards the initiative to help improve the lives of the local kids with cleft lips and cleft palates. Thanks for the CSR programme by GSK Scott’s Gummies that benefits the community.

 

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Musculoskeletal Health To Support Better Quality Life For Adults

 

Malaysians aged 60 years and above is expected to double[i] from the current estimate of 10.3% of the population[ii] by 2040! Recognising the importance for Malaysia’s aging population to maintain their musculoskeletal health, which can affect their mobility, flexibility, balance and thereby quality of life as they age, Fonterra Brands Malaysia through its adult nutrition brand Anlene™ introduces ACTIFIT 3X™ and GOLD 5X™, formulated to provide important nutrients for Malaysian adults.

 

The Social Wellbeing Research Centre at Universiti Malaya projected the number of Malaysians aged 60 years and above to reach 6.3 million in 2040, which is about 2 out of every 10 Malaysiansⁱ. Not only is the number of our ageing population increasing rapidly, life expectancy of our silver population is expected to increase as well – men whose age reached 65 years in 2019 are expected to live a further 14.8 years to nearly 80; and women aged 65 last year are expected to live a further 17.8 years[iii] to about 82 years.

 

According to Dr. Nor I'zzati Saedon, who is consultant geriatric and senior lecturer of internal medicine at University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC), musculoskeletal health is one of the key factors in enabling people to live their lives independently and it starts with building and maintaining bones, muscles and joints that will continue to be strong for many years ahead. The musculoskeletal system provides form, support, stability, and movement to the body. It is made up of the bones of the skeleton, muscles, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, joints, and other connective tissue that supports and binds tissues and organs together.

 

“It is easy for middle aged adults in their 40s to not notice their own musculoskeletal health when they don’t have any condition, such as pain resulting from injury or bad posture. Being able to walk requires strength, flexibility and balance. Simple tasks like eating and dressing needs dexterity of the hands and wrists. Being able to reach up, bend over and squat down, allows people to carry out everyday activities like gardening, cooking and cleaning. Any individual would like to continue to be able to do all these without any support and assistance, especially when they progress into their 60’s and beyond,” she says.

 

Another expert in the musculoskeletal field is chiropractor, Mr. Calvin Shun, Founder of Osso Bone Care Chiropractic, who highlights changes in the musculoskeletal system as one ages. “Our bones may start to deteriorate from as early as 30s[iv] , losing up to 20% of bone density[v] and our joint cartilages (the ‘cushions’ between joints) may have significant degeneration in our 40s[vi]. Our muscle functions may become weaker by losing up to 29% of its strength[vii] as we age,” he says.

 

“Musculoskeletal conditions, such as osteoarthritis which usually occurs in our knees can interfere with people’s ability to carry out their daily normal activities. Common symptoms include pain, stiffness and reduction of flexibility. That will reduce level of mobility, and in the long run may rob people of their independence and impairing their ability to participate in family, social and working life, and thus their quality of life could be affected,” he continues.

 

Shun says degeneration of bone mass, muscles or joint cartilage may accelerate with aging, but there are several common steps one could take to slow it down. He advises middle aged adults to maintain a healthy weight; exercise regularly, especially work outs that build muscles and maintain strong bones; take care of small injuries and do not allow them to develop into bigger issues that affect movements; and always remember to sit and walk with the right postures!

 

In terms of nutrition, Puan Megawati Suzari, Director of New Product Development, Scientific & Regulatory Affairs at Fonterra Brands Malaysia which markets Anlene™, highlights the importance for middle aged adults to care for their mobility via maintaining strong bones, joints and muscles, which are also necessary for active living and healthy aging. “On top of improving lifestyle by becoming physically active, adopting a good dietary habit is equally important,” she says.

 

A recent study[viii] highlights the importance of both regular exercise and milk intake as part of a balanced diet. It shows that participants who consumed 2 glasses of milk added with MFGM (Milk Fat Globule Membrane) and important nutrients plus regular exercises had 2X the improvement in flexibility, 3X the improvement in balance and 40% more improvement in muscle mass compared to control.

 

“Eating a balanced diet by including nutritious food is required to support adults’ musculoskeletal health. Anlene™ ACTIFIT 3X™ and GOLD 5X™ are formulated specifically to complement a balanced diet which is important to support musculoskeletal health” says Megawati.

 

New Anlene™ GOLD 5X™ is scientifically formulated with key nutrients that are important to support adults’ nutritional needs and has no added sugars. An important ingredient in the product is MFGM Active™, which contains MFGM - a combination of lipids and proteins that provides similar compounds to those found in joint fluids. Let’s enjoy the goodness of Anlene™ GOLD 5X™!

 

In each glass of milk, you can now enjoy the goodness of Anlene™ ACTIFIT 3X™ that comes with high calcium, high protein, vitamin B2, B6, B12, C, D, E and collagen, while Anlene™ GOLD 5X™ is scientifically formulated to provide the same nutrients that 3X™ offers, plus MFGM Active™ and with no added sugars.

 

Anlene™ ACTIFIT 3X™ and GOLD 5X™ are brought to Malaysian consumers by Fonterra Brands Malaysia, a company committed to the highest of food safety and quality standards. Both products are now available at major retailers nationwide and online at our official stores on Shopee and Lazada. Recommended retail price of Anlene™ ACTIFIT 3X™ (1kg) is RM34.65 and Anlene™ GOLD 5X™ (1kg) is at RM38.90.

 

Visit https://movecheckquiz.anlene.net.my/ to take Anlene Move Check Quiz, a special tool developed to assess your mobility by performing simple physical movement. Or you can look out for Anlene Mobility Check happening in store and on ground to assess your flexibility, strength, bone and muscle mass.

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[i] Emeritus Professor Datuk Dr Norma Mansor, Director of Social Wellbeing Research Centre Universiti Malaya, 2018, http://swrc.um.edu.my/about-swrc/message-from-director/

 

[ii] Department of Statistics Malaysia, 2019. Abridged Life Tables, Malaysia. [online] Available at: https://www.dosm.gov.my/v1/index.php?r=column/cthemeByCat&cat=155&bul_id=OVByWjg5YkQ3MWFZRTN5bDJiaEVhZz09&menu_id=L0pheU43NWJwRWVSZklWdzQ4TlhUUT09

 

[iii] Department of Statistics Malaysia, 2017 - 2019. Abridged Life Tables, Malaysia. [online] Available at:

   https://www.dosm.gov.my/v1/index.php?r=column/pdfPrev&id=YnV4S1FyVnNzUWJlQ3F5NHVMeFY3UT09

 

[iv] Buchanan JR et al. 1988. Early Vertebral Trabecular Bone Loss in Normal Premenopausal Women. J Bone & Mineral Research. 3(5): 583-587.

 

[v] Hormones and Healthy Bones. National Osteoporosis Foundation. 2009.

 

[vi] Chung, Aging in Human Joint: Articular cartilage. 1966. Journal of the National Medical Association. 58 (2): 87 – 95.

 

[vii] Daly R et al., 2013. Gender specific age-related changes in bone density, muscle strength & functional performance in the elderly: a 10-year prospective population-based study. BMC Geriatrics 13:71.

 

[viii] Daly RM et al. (2020) Effects of a multinutrient-fortified milk drink combined with exercise on functional performance, muscle strength, body composition, inflammation, and oxidative stress in middle-aged women: a 4-month, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized trial. The American journal of clinical nutrition, 112(2), 427–446.

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LET’S CELEBRATE A DELICIOUS AND HEALTHY CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR WITH U.S POTATO FESTIVE DISHES !

Christmas season now! Everyone is looking forward to welcoming some seasonal cheers. This has been a challenging year with the Covid-19 pandemic; hence most of us are not planning to attend any major Christmas parties.  Many of us will appreciate the opportunity to just be able to sit down and enjoy healthy and nutritious meals with family and friends during the festive holidays.

 

While going through the dishes you plan to prepare for Christmas, here are a few wonderful U.S. potato-inspired festive dishes!   U.S. Potatoes are not only nutritious and healthy, but also versatile.  You can concoct a wide repertoire of recipes for the holidays ranging from soup, appetisers, hot dishes to even desserts!  

 

According to dietitian Indra Balaratnam, Christmas time could be a stressful and over- eating experience.  “Yes, meals should look appealing but never ignore the healthy attributes aspects of your festive dishes.

Dishes can be both delicious and nutritious. A good way to add beneficial nutrients to your holiday meal is to include U.S. potatoes. 

 

U.S. Potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C (30% of the DV), which plays a key role in supporting the body’s immune system.  It’s always good to have natural Vitamin C even during the festive season – and all year.  

 

U.S. Potato gives you 15% of your daily potassium serving, and that’s more than what a medium banana provides.  Potassium is a mineral that is an electrolyte for muscles to function well. It gets lost when you sweat, so it needs to be replenished to keep your performance optimal.

 

A medium U.S. Potato with the skin on also provides 2 grams of fiber. Fiber has many benefits, one of which helps you to feel comfortably full for longer. “This can help you to avoid over-eating and unnecessary weight gain during the festive holidays when one tends to over-eat or if your job is keeping you sedentary. 

 

One medium U.S. Potato gives you 110 calories of easy-to-digest calories, making it a good choice food to provide you that extra to fuel the demands of your active routines during Christmas. It has zero fat, so it won’t weigh you down and great for a “less fat” Christmas feasting!

 

If you are planning to have a more active 2021, be sure to you will be pleased to know that U.S. potatoes provide the complex carbohydrates, potassium, fiber and vitamin C you need to perform at your best.

 

Indra shares two healthy and nutritious recipes for the Christmas holidays and welcomes all to try for this coming festive celebrations. 

 

What is your favourite U.S. Potato dish for Christmas?

 

Video 1 : U.S. Russet Potatoes Mushroom Cheese Casserole

https://uspotatogoodness.com.my/recipes/christmas-special-u-s-russet-potatoes-mushroom-cheese-casserole-by-indra-balaratnam/

 

U.S. RUSSET POTATOES MUSHROOM CHEESE CASSEROLE 

Nutrition packed U.S. Russet Potatoes make this luscious dish a stand-out on your festive table this year for the whole family!  

 

Serves: 6

Ingredients:

2 medium size Russet U.S. Potatoes (approximately 450 grams) -- thinly sliced

200 grams white button mushrooms

100 grams yellow onion -- thinly sliced

1 tablespoon (15 grams) butter 

2 cloves garlic – finely minced 

1 tablespoon wheat flour 

1 cup (250 ml) cups nonfat (skim) milk 

120g low-fat cheese (6 slices low fat cheese slices) 

½ teaspoon salt 

½ teaspoon black pepper 

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

English parsley -- chopped (to garnish)

 

Method:

·       Heat oven to 180 degrees Celsius. 

·       Line the thinly sliced U.S. potatoes into a lightly buttered baking dish

·       Melt butter in a small pot over low-medium heat;

·       Add in onion and mushroom cook stirring occasionally until tender (about 5 minutes). 

·       Stir in flour, then slowly add in the skim milk and stir till well combined. Bring to a slight simmer.

·       Stir in 120 grams low fat cheese, salt, black pepper & cayenne pepper 

·       Pour mixture into prepared baking dish then spread out to coat the thinly sliced potatoes.

·        Bake in the oven uncovered for 45 minutes. 

·       After 45 minutes cooking time, cover with foil and continue to bake another 10 minutes more. 

·       Garnish with finely chopped English parsley

 

Nutrition Analysis (per serving for 1 pax)

Calories:  160

Protein: 8g

Total fat: 5g

Saturated fat: 3g

Carbohydrates: 22g

Fibre: 2g

Cholesterol: 17mg

Sodium: 372mg

 

Vitamin A: 404 IU

Vitamin C: 7mg

Calcium: 177 mg

Potassium: 591mg

Iron: 1mg

Vitamin B6: 0mg 

Video 2 : Honey Mustard Glazed Hasselback U.S. Potatoes

https://uspotatogoodness.com.my/recipes/christmas-special-honey-mustard-glazed-hasselback-u-s-potatoes-by-indra-balaratnam/

 

HONEY MUSTARD GLAZED HASSELBACK U.S. POTATOES

 

Serves: 6

Ingredients:

1 kg U.S. Potatoes (mix of U.S. Russets, U.S. Red Potatoes or U.S. Blue-Purple Potatoes)

2 teaspoons olive oil

 

To make the Honey Mustard Glaze:

2 Tablespoon melted unsalted butter

4 teaspoons honey

4 teaspoons lemon juice

2 teaspoons mustard

Pinch of salt & crushed black pepper 

 

Method:

·       Preheat oven to 200 degrees Celsius

·       Wash and pat dry the U.S. Potatoes

·       Slice the U.S. Potatoes thinly Hasselback-style & arrange on a baking tray lined with baking paper.

·       Lightly brush the U.S. Potatoes with a little olive oil and bake for 30 minutes

·       Mix all the ingredients for the honey mustard glaze into a small bowl.

·       After 30 minutes, remove the potatoes from the oven and brush with half the honey mustard glaze over the U.S. Potatoes and return to bake 10 more minutes.

·       After 10 minutes, brush with some more of the lemon honey glaze & bake for another 10 minutes till cooked.  

·       Remove from oven and garnish with a dash of salt, black pepper, finely chopped 

   

Nutrition Analysis (per serving for 1 pax)

Calories:  195

Protein: 4g

Total fat: 6g

Saturated fat: 3g

Carbohydrates: 34g

Fibre: 2g

Cholesterol: 10mg

Sodium: 58mg

 

Vitamin A:  122IU

Vitamin C: 11mg

Calcium: 24 mg

Potassium: 705mg

Iron: 1mg

Vitamin B6: 1mg 

 

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